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Article #3441Re: Rear fan spins, front does not?
From: Rick Baker
Date: Wed, 26 Sep 2001 12:39
Date: Wed, 26 Sep 2001 12:39
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Eric wrote: > > Rick Baker wrote: > > > Connecting a fan between 12V and 5V is not a good idea. If the fan > > motor shorts out you got big problems to more expensive hardware > > than a $10 fan. > > If you more less noise, buy a lower rpm fan. > > I agree. If the +5v has a very fast OVP circuit, the damage might be > minimal. But it isn't worth the risk. > > I use a 50 or 100 ohm chassis mount pot. > > -- > Better than hearing "Lady Day", or checking in at Monterey... > [Remove bodies from address for email.] An excellent inexpensive alternative.
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